Quality Manager

Contract Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK contractor is seeking a proactive Quality Manager to oversee quality assurance for a major power transmission framework in Scotland. This role involves ensuring compliance with industry standards and promoting a culture of quality across multiple infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will have a strong background in quality management and will play a key role in supporting the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy future.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company car / allowance

Private healthcare

Matched pension contributions

Generous holiday allowance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in quality management within infrastructure or civil engineering.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project-specific Quality Management Plans.
• Lead quality assurance and control processes across all project phases.
• Carry out audits, inspections, and reviews to monitor quality performance.

Skills

Quality Management

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

IRCA

CQI

Job description

Job Title: Quality Manager Power Transmission Framework
Location: Scotland (site and regional office–based)
Contract Type: Full–time, Permanent
Sector: Infrastructure / Energy / Civil Engineering

About the Role:

A leading UK main contractor is seeking a proactive and experienced Quality Manager to support the delivery of a major power transmission framework across Scotland. This is a high–profile, long–term programme supporting the national transition to a low–carbon energy future through the development of resilient, sustainable infrastructure.

As Quality Manager, you will take ownership of quality assurance and control across multiple large–scale infrastructure projects ensuring compliance with contract requirements, industry standards, and best practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project–specific Quality Management Plans aligned with the overall framework strategy.

• Lead quality assurance and control processes across all project phases.

• Support site teams in implementing robust quality procedures and promote a right first time culture.

• Carry out audits, inspections, and reviews to monitor quality performance and drive continual improvement.

• Liaise with clients, designers, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure quality standards are clearly understood and upheld.

• Investigate non–conformances and lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes.

• Produce regular reports on quality KPIs and provide strategic input on improvement initiatives.

About You:

• Strong background in quality management within infrastructure, civil engineering, or power transmission sectors.

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards and systems.

• Experience working on large frameworks or multi–project programmes.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to engage at all levels.

• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. IRCA, CQI, or similar) preferred.

What s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Company car / allowance and travel support

• Private healthcare and matched pension contributions

• Generous holiday allowance and wellbeing days

• Career development within a major national infrastructure programme

• Opportunity to make a real impact on the UK s energy transition

If you re ready to play a key role in delivering high–quality infrastructure that supports a sustainable energy future, apply now to join an industry–leading contractor at the forefront of power transmission in Scotland.

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